The Power of babywearing: From Womb to World 

For nine months, you carry your baby beneath your heart. You feel every tiny movement, every little kick, and your bond grows stronger with each passing day. Your baby listens to the rhythm of your heartbeat, feels the warmth of your body, and finds comfort in your presence. Then, when the day finally arrives—your little one enters the world, leaving the safety of your womb to be held in your arms. But the journey of carrying doesn’t end at birth. In fact, it’s only just beginning.

Keep your little one close

Your baby knows your scent, your voice, your movements. After spending nine months so close, being carried in a babycarrier is the most natural transition. Babywearing allows you to keep your little one close, recreating the secure and loving environment they knew in the womb. The Moon Ring Sling is designed to support this deep connection, offering both comfort and closeness while allowing you the freedom to move through daily life.

Science backs what parents have instinctively known for centuries—carrying your baby has incredible benefits for both parent and child.

Benefits of Babywearing

1. Enhances Bonding & Emotional Security

Skin-to-skin contact and close physical proximity help strengthen the bond between you and your baby. Studies show that babywearing increases oxytocin levels, the “love hormone,” which promotes emotional connection and reduces postpartum depression.

2. Supports Cognitive & Social Development

Babies who are carried spend more time in a calm, alert state—perfect for learning. They see the world from your perspective, hearing conversations, observing expressions, and interacting with their surroundings. This constant stimulation helps build strong neural connections, supporting brain development and early communication skills.

3. Encourages Healthy Hip Development

Proper positioning is crucial for newborns. The Moon Ring Sling supports the “M-position” (or frog-leg position), which is recommended by pediatricians and the International Hip Dysplasia Institute for healthy hip joint formation and prevention of hip dysplasia.

4. Soothes & Regulates Baby’s Emotions

Babies who are carried cry significantly less. Studies suggest that babywearing can reduce crying by up to 43% overall and 51% in the evening. The gentle movement mimics the sensations of the womb, helping regulate your baby’s emotions and reducing stress.

5. Hands-Free Convenience for Parents

Parenthood is demanding, and having free hands while still keeping your baby close is invaluable. Whether you’re doing household tasks, running errands, or simply enjoying a walk, babywearing allows you to stay connected while having the mobility to go about your day.

A Natural Extension of the Womb

Your baby’s journey started with nine months of perfect closeness, and with babywearing, you can extend that warmth and security long after birth. The Moon Ring Sling provides the perfect balance of comfort, support, and closeness—allowing you to nurture your baby while keeping them safe and snug against you.

At Moon, we believe that carrying your baby isn’t just practical—it’s powerful. It’s the continuation of the journey you started together, keeping your baby close, happy, and thriving.

About Moon Sling

Moon is built on our belief that there’s no better way to hold your little one than heart to heart. To us, ring slings are the unspoken hero’s of babywearing. Simple, easy to use, great for both short and long trips and very easy to keep on hand. Moon ring sling is the most versatile baby carrier of them all. Unlike other carriers, ring slings can be used everyday from birth up to 15kg. From front carry, side carry, back carry, to hip seat - the Moon Sling adapts and grows with your little one’s need, from newborn to toddler. Good for your wallet and the environment. Moon ring slings are made of 100% linen, which keeps your little one warm and comfortable with winter temperatures, yet cool in Summer. Each Moon sling is made from carefully-considered and sourced materials, including 100% linen fabric that gets softer with each wash, and a purpose-built, beautifully smooth 3” matte aluminium ring that has been tested (by SGS) to a breaking force of over 1200kg. Moon slings are available in a growing range of beautiful colours. They are incredibly practical, simple to use, store and transport.

Want to learn more about babywearing? Here are some well-respected sources that provide scientific evidence on the benefits of babywearing:

1. International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI) – Information on proper hip positioning for healthy hip development 

2. American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) – Research on skin-to-skin contact, bonding, and the emotional benefits of babywearing

3. National Library of Medicine (NIH/NLM) – Various studies on babywearing and its effects on cognitive development, reduced crying, and parent-child attachment.

4. World Health Organization (WHO) – Information on babywearing benefits related to Kangaroo Mother Care and newborn health.

5. Journal of Pediatrics – Studies on how carrying babies can help regulate emotions and stress levels.